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Representing a global industrial manufacturer, we are proud to be leading the search for an HR Manager. This role will lead HR operations and support organizational change across a multi-site, predominantly blue-collar workforce.

This is a pivotal role offering the opportunity to influence culture, build processes, and drive performance.

As the HR Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Leading HR operations across two U.S. manufacturing sites, with direct line management of local HR staff
• Supporting leadership through organizational change and restructuring initiatives
• Developing and implementing HR systems, policies, and procedures aligned with global frameworks
• Coaching managers on recruitment, performance management, and employee relations
• Managing site-level talent development and training plans
• Overseeing payroll data accuracy and HR metrics reporting
• Contributing to global HR projects including HRIS rollout, job architecture, and employee engagement surveys
• Ensuring compliance with federal and state employment legislation
• Building collaborative relationships across Operations, Finance, and Sales functions

To be successful in this role our client is looking for a:

• HR generalist with 5–7 years of experience
• Background in manufacturing or industrial environments
• Strong understanding of U.S. employment law and HR compliance
• Experience managing employee relations cases and supporting change initiatives
• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal and coaching skills
• Proficient in HR systems (e.g., SAP, Workday) and data analysis
• Willingness to travel quarterly to Ohio and annually to Europe

As a specialist HR & Reward search and recruitment firm, we are excited to partner on this opportunity to support a business driving its strategic transformation. This is an excellent opportunity for a pragmatic and collaborative HR professional to join a growing, values-led organization and contribute to shaping the future of their HR function.

If this opportunity aligns with your experience, please apply. Please note that our client is unable to provide visa sponsorship or relocation for this role. The listed salary range serves as a guide and the salary offered within that range to the selected candidate will be based on experience, qualifications, and location.